What's the news?
Full pricing and specification details for the new Peugeot 508 have been announced by Gowan Distributors Limited, the official importer for the French brand in Ireland. The new Peugeot 508 will start at €32,400 for the 1.5-litre BlueHDi 130 diesel with a six-speed manual transmission and stop-start.
Other engine choices include two versions of the 1.6-litre petrol THP with 180- and 225hp, both featuring 8-speed automatic transmissions. The 1.5 BlueHDI 130 diesel will also be available with an 8-speed automatic, while two larger capacity 2.0-litre diesel engines with 160- and 18hp respectively and eight-speed automatic transmissions round out the range. Some engines, such as the 1.6 THP 225 will only be available in conjunction with certain specification grades.
Standard equipment on the entry-grade Active model will include 16-inch alloy wheels, a fully digital iCockpit instrument cluster, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment display. On the driver assistance front, there is cruise control, electronic speed limiter, lane keep assist, active safety brake, automatic lights and wipers along with front and rear parking cameras. Electrically folding door mirror an, AGR-certified ergonomic front seats, electrochromic rearview camera and a spare wheel also feature.
One step up from that is the Allure model, which commands a starting price of €34,930 - a €2,530 premium. This version gains a larger 10-inch touchscreen display with built-in sat nav. There are more assistance systems like blind spot monitoring, road sign recognition and recommendation, high beam assist and an advanced driver attention alert to help detect if you become tired or drowsy at the wheel. These models also feature 17-inch alloy wheels, keyless access and engine start, tinted rear glass and lumbar support in the front seats.
If you're looking for a more premium finish to the 508, then the GT Line model should appeal. It has a €38,170 starting price and features higher levels of standard equipment. This trim level has proven to be hugely popular on other Peugeot models like the 3008 and 5008. Among the features are 18-inch alloy wheels, full LED headlights with 3D-look LED rear lights, a chequered chrome front grille and GT Line badging on the exterior. Stainless steel scuff plates, perforated leather steering wheel, electrically adjustable front seats and a second-row armrest in the rear includes a ski-flap.
For those looking for the ultimate version, the €49,120 GT model tops the 508 range. It is available with the 180hp 2.0-litre BlueHDi engine with automatic transmission. Spec-wise it gets 18-inch alloy wheels, an electrically operated tailgate and GT badging. Inside, there is Nappa leather with electrically adjustable seats and massage function while active suspension control adds to the cars handling.
Anything else?
Commenting on the pricing announcement, Colin Sheridan, Sales and Marketing Director at Gowan Distributors, said that the new 508: "promises to shake up the D Segment, the new 508 meets stringent Euro 6.2 engine emissions controls and is packed with standard comfort and safety equipment. Highly favourable press reviews from the international press launch in late June have already signalled the new Peugeot 508 is very special indeed and we are recording strong enquiries from Irish customers."
All Peugeot dealers in Ireland will have demonstrator cars in early 2019. The high demand in other countries means that the first customer cars may not arrive until March. An estate version will follow later in 2019 as will plug-in hybrid versions.